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Tinzenite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.355-3.433
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Tinzenite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Tinzenite and Chrysoprase physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Tinzenite and Chrysoprase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tinzenite- (Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Tinzenite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tinzenite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tinzenite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tinzenite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.